In this episode of 1-ON-1 with Basketball Network, we will be talking to former NBA player, All Star, Olympic Gold Medalist, accomplished businessman and philanthropist — Michael Redd.
Drafted late in the 2nd round of the 2000 NBA draft, Michael made a name for himself with the Bucks, stayed loyal to the team, climbed the ranks and became their franchise player for the decade.
We’ll be covering Michael’s basketball career, today’s NBA, and his successful transition into business. Let’s jump right into it! Hope you enjoy the show.
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Recorded on 02/17/2021
- 00:45 College days, NCAA Final Four, Scoonie Penn
- 02:44 Getting drafted late in the 2nd round
- 03:42 Nickname “Silky”
- 05:23 Milwaukee Bucks squad, lacking firepower, recruiting superstars
- 07:01 NBA 3pt record in a quarter
- 09:06 Adapting to the NBA, becoming a shooting guard
- 10:10 Thriving in todays game, 3 point shooting culture
- 12:00 Being loyal to Milwaukee vs. going to Cleveland with LeBron
- 13:40 Perseverance and adversity after his 1st ACL injury
- 15:55 Representing USA in the Olympics, winning the gold
- 20:20 Milwaukee Bucks, Giannis, Kris & Co., contenders this year?
- 23:13 Kris Middleton taking his Jersey #
- 24:25 2020 NBA championship contenders
- 26:10 High praise for Kevin Durant
- 27:55 Business endeavors & 22 Ventures
- 31:02 Investing in companies, tech industry & best investments
- 39:38 Betting on yourself podcast
- 41:52 Quick-fire questions
